You even have a whole Pinterest board with beautifully designed HIIT workouts

So why are you still not getting it done?

The Idea of Perfection

We’ve all seen the fitness models in their perfectly put together outfit flashing six pack abs. They’re on their mat, in their studio, sipping water, getting ready for their HIIT workout. Nothing personal girls–we wish we were you (if you even exist!)–but don’t be fooled into thinking you are them.

Drop the idea that your HIIT workout will ever look like this. Accept the fact that your HIIT workout may:

be done in your pajamas

be done hiding in your bedroom while the kids watch Mickey Mouse

have interruptions called life during your sets

all of the above

Guess what? My answer is d. But at the end of the day, I got my HIIT workout done and I feel pretty good about it!

There’s Just Not Enough Time

Really? There are effective HIIT workouts that take just 6 minutes, and 6 minutes is better than no minutes. Start small, reach success, and be motivated to carve out a little more time for each following workout.

Confusion

So you’ve pinned about 3 zillion, beautifully designed HIIT workouts–cut it to 3. Stop looking for the magic HIIT workout and pick one to start with.

The most effective HIIT workout, if you’re starting from scratch, is going to be something super simple and quick. Try one of these 3 simple HIIT exercises to get started.

Stop denying yourself the benefits of HIIT workouts. Real life is different from the images we are presented with everyday. Once you can accept that reality, your HIIT workouts will be easier to fit in and your body will be thanking you!

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Michelle is an athlete, wife, and mom on a mission to provide information and inspiration to help others reach their fruition. As a runner, marathoner, Ironman Triathlete, and Tough Mudder, Michelle is always striving to reach her fruition as well. #WhatsYourFruition? Read More…